Canon 50mm 1.8 ii lens
Sep 11, 2011 11:23:22 #
richard
Loc: Mamaroneck, NY
I was wondering do many Ugly Hedgehog members use this mm lens or equivalent 50mm lens from another manufacturer?
Sep 11, 2011 11:26:40 #
richard wrote:
I was wondering do many Ugly Hedgehog members use this mm lens or equivalent 50mm lens from another manufacturer?
I do and many consider this to be standerd fare. Having said that understand it's limitations and it's intended use.
Sep 11, 2011 11:40:07 #
The "nifty fifty", as it's often called, is, for the most part, a tremendous bargain when balancing optical quality versus cost. For under $100, one gets a quite good lens with a decently fast aperture. It's plastic, but light. Generally highly recommended for all Canon shooter to have one in their bag. I use mine quite a bit if I'm shooting indoors, if only for its low light capability compared to my other glass.
Sep 11, 2011 11:47:00 #
[quote=JimH]The "nifty fifty", as it's often called, is, for the most part, a tremendous bargain when balancing optical quality versus cost. For under $100........"
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Sep 11, 2011 11:50:05 #
[quote=notnoBuddha]
Well, ok, $107. If you paid more than $120 anywhere, yes, you need to move off the farm.. :) And I just see about 25 on eBay ranging from $104 to $112 with mostly free shipping.
However, don't confuse the f/1.8 with Canon's more expensive, metal, higher cost f/1.4 lens. The latter costs in the $250-300 range.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-50mm-1-8-Camera-Lens/dp/B00007E7JU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315756144&sr=8-1
JimH wrote:
The "nifty fifty", as it's often called, is, for the most part, a tremendous bargain when balancing optical quality versus cost. For under $100........"
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Well, ok, $107. If you paid more than $120 anywhere, yes, you need to move off the farm.. :) And I just see about 25 on eBay ranging from $104 to $112 with mostly free shipping.
However, don't confuse the f/1.8 with Canon's more expensive, metal, higher cost f/1.4 lens. The latter costs in the $250-300 range.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-50mm-1-8-Camera-Lens/dp/B00007E7JU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315756144&sr=8-1
Sep 11, 2011 12:00:05 #
[quote=JimH][quote=notnoBuddha]
Well, ok, $107. If you paid more than $120 anywhere, yes, you need to move off the farm.. :) And I just see about 25 on eBay ranging from $104 to $112 with mostly free shipping.
However, don't confuse the f/1.8 with Canon's more expensive, metal, higher cost f/1.4 lens. The latter costs in the $250-300 range.
Yes we were talking about two different lens- still I think it is time to leave the farm behind.
JimH wrote:
The "nifty fifty", as it's often called, is, for the most part, a tremendous bargain when balancing optical quality versus cost. For under $100........"
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Can't say you did not but what model of a Cannon 50mm lens did you get for under $100? Did this old farm boy get taken advantage of again?
Well, ok, $107. If you paid more than $120 anywhere, yes, you need to move off the farm.. :) And I just see about 25 on eBay ranging from $104 to $112 with mostly free shipping.
However, don't confuse the f/1.8 with Canon's more expensive, metal, higher cost f/1.4 lens. The latter costs in the $250-300 range.
Yes we were talking about two different lens- still I think it is time to leave the farm behind.
Sep 11, 2011 13:12:27 #
notnoBuddha wrote:
Yes we were talking about two different lens- still I think it is time to leave the farm behind.
The OP referred to the 1.8, you have the somewhat better quality, but 3X as expensive, 1.4, that's all...
Sep 11, 2011 19:16:39 #
richard
Loc: Mamaroneck, NY
I purchased a used 50mm 1.8 ii lens this afternoon ($60) and so far it is working fine. I didn't have any time to take picture today, but as soon as I can I will post some.
Sep 11, 2011 20:21:31 #
i have the better Quality glass in my 50mm, it really does take great shots.
Sep 11, 2011 20:58:06 #
richard
Loc: Mamaroneck, NY
You have deep pockets - lol
What f stop do you find works best for general nature shots?
What f stop do you find works best for general nature shots?
Sep 11, 2011 21:15:34 #
Sep 12, 2011 10:36:30 #
richard wrote:
You have deep pockets - lol
What f stop do you find works best for general nature shots?
What f stop do you find works best for general nature shots?
Outside, in good light, I start at f/11 and work up from there. But it really depends on the composition of your image. If you want a very wide (or long) depth of field, you need a f/ stop up around f/11 or f/16 or higher. If you don't, you can open up the lens for a narrower depth of field, and get decent bokeh. For example, a single flower or a nearby animal doesn't usually require f/22...
Sep 12, 2011 13:16:33 #
I paid about $120 for my Canon 50 mm f1.8. I love it. My next "dream" lens is an 85mm f1.4. bahahaha.... like that's going to happen any time soon!
Sep 12, 2011 18:49:21 #
aaron
Loc: brooklyn ny
Oh, and one other thing; its a plastic body lens, not metal. check Adorama for the current price; thats where i bought mine. good luck with it.
Sep 12, 2011 18:49:31 #
aaron
Loc: brooklyn ny
Oh, and one other thing; its a plastic body lens, not metal. check Adorama for the current price; thats where i bought mine. good luck with it.
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